Lin Chen sat in his modest office, staring at the sleek interface that had become a constant in his life: the Salvator System. It had taken him from rock bottom to the edge of a corporate takeover, and now, with the system's newest feature unlocked, he had even more power at his fingertips.
System Update:🟢 Learning Card Pack Unlocked💡 New Feature: Skills and Memory Enhancement⚡ Functionality: Exchange Gold Coins for specific skills, mental boosts, and physical enhancements.⚠️ First Purchase Bonus: 1x Free Skill Card.
He leaned back in his chair, his fingers tapping lightly on the desk as he pondered the possibilities. The system had just granted him the ability to improve himself through skills and mental enhancements, which felt like the ultimate cheat code to the life he'd been handed. He had already experienced a small taste of what the system could offer, but this was next level.
He opened the menu and browsed through the available skills.
Skill Options:
Memory Enhancement Lv.1🧠 Increases the retention and recall ability of information, allowing for faster learning and decision-making.Cost: 500 Gold Coins.
Business Negotiation Mastery🤝 Unlocks the ability to read body language, detect hidden motives, and sharpen persuasion tactics in negotiations.Cost: 1,000 Gold Coins.
Stress Response Enhancement🧘♂️ Increases resilience to stress, anxiety, and pressure. Provides a clearer mind during high-stakes situations.Cost: 800 Gold Coins.
Leadership Presence🌟 Enhances natural charisma and command over others, making people more likely to follow your lead.Cost: 1,200 Gold Coins.
Combat Reflexes🥋 Improves reaction time and agility, useful in physical confrontations.Cost: 1,500 Gold Coins.
His eyes scanned the list, mentally running through his priorities. He had already gained significant control in the business world, but to truly dominate and lead, he needed the upper hand in negotiations and strategy. Business Negotiation Mastery would be invaluable. However, he knew that winning wasn't just about skill—it was about control, about having the upper hand before the other party even knew they were being played. Memory Enhancement Lv.1 was also critical. The faster he could process and understand complex information, the better his chances in any battle he chose to engage in.
Then there was the Stress Response Enhancement. He had already been thrust into high-pressure situations more than once, and though he had managed, it had taken a toll on him. This skill could be the edge that allowed him to remain unflappable even in the face of extreme danger.
After a few moments of contemplation, he decided. Memory Enhancement Lv.1 and Business Negotiation Mastery would be his first two purchases.
With a single swipe, he exchanged the necessary Gold Coins, and the system immediately flashed a confirmation.
System Update:🟢 Purchase Complete💡 Skills Unlocked:
Memory Enhancement Lv.1
Business Negotiation Mastery⚡ Bonus: +10% to decision-making speed.⚠️ Bonus: Immediate application to current scenario.
He could feel the knowledge settling into his mind, a rush of information like a floodgate opening. The knowledge of negotiation strategies, reading body language, and understanding what made people tick flowed into him as though they had always been there. The rush was intoxicating.
Later that evening, Lin Chen found himself sitting at a high-end bar, his usual haunt for business meetings. This time, however, he wasn't here for a casual conversation or to enjoy the view. He was here for a mission: to secure his place within Polaris Capital's upper echelon by acquiring a piece of the company's next big venture.
System Update:🟢 New Task Triggered: "Test Your Negotiation Skills"💡 Objective: Win an exclusive contract with top client, Mr. Wu, using your newly acquired skills.⚡ Reward: +1,000 Gold Coins⚠️ Failure Penalty: 10% Reputation Loss within Polaris Capital.
The target was a well-known investor, Mr. Wu, a man of considerable influence within the capital world. Securing a contract with him would boost Lin Chen's position exponentially. Lin Chen, now armed with his newly acquired Business Negotiation Mastery, was ready to step up to the plate.
The bar was crowded with the sounds of clinking glasses and muted conversations. Lin Chen had positioned himself at a table near the back, watching the door like a hawk. He'd studied Wu's habits, his mannerisms, his negotiation style. Wu was notorious for being hard to impress, a man who valued one thing above all else: leverage. Lin Chen knew that if he could turn this meeting into a showcase of his new skills, the man would be eating out of his hand by the end of the night.
It wasn't long before Mr. Wu entered. He was a tall, imposing figure in his late 40s, with a sharp suit and an even sharper gaze. As soon as he walked in, he scanned the room, his eyes narrowing when they landed on Lin Chen. The two men exchanged a brief nod before Lin Chen stood to greet him.
"Mr. Wu," Lin Chen said, offering his hand with a warm smile. "It's a pleasure to meet you."
Wu accepted the handshake, his grip firm but not overpowering. "Mr. Lin, I've heard quite a bit about you. I'm curious to see what you bring to the table."
Lin Chen gestured to the seat across from him. "Please, have a seat. Let's discuss how we can mutually benefit from a partnership."
As the two men sat, Lin Chen activated his Business Negotiation Mastery, his mind immediately sharpening. Every gesture, every word from Mr. Wu was analyzed, dissected, and assessed. Lin Chen noticed the slight hesitation in Wu's eyes as he looked at a specific document, an indication that he wasn't fully confident in its contents. Lin Chen quickly adapted.
"I understand you have some reservations about the terms of the deal," Lin Chen said, his voice calm and measured. "I believe we can adjust the terms to better suit both parties, without losing the value of the investment."
Wu's eyes flicked to him, clearly surprised. Most people, when faced with his hesitation, would have caved. But Lin Chen wasn't like the others. He wasn't trying to win this by force; he was playing the long game.
Wu leaned back in his chair. "Interesting. Let's see if you can back that up with numbers."
Lin Chen knew exactly where to start. He pulled up the contract, pointing out the key areas that could be adjusted without affecting the bottom line. As he spoke, he noticed Wu's posture shift, his eyes narrowing in concentration. Lin Chen wasn't just talking numbers—he was presenting solutions, making Wu see that a partnership with Lin was an opportunity, not a risk.
System Update:✅ Task Complete: "Test Your Negotiation Skills"💰 Reward: +1,000 Gold Coins🎁 Bonus: +1 System Growth Point🔓 Unlock: "Advanced Negotiation Techniques"
As the meeting concluded, Wu stood and extended his hand. "You've impressed me, Mr. Lin. I believe we have a deal."
Lin Chen smiled, shaking his hand firmly. "The pleasure is mine, Mr. Wu. I look forward to a fruitful partnership."
As Wu left, Lin Chen couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction. This wasn't just a business deal—it was a statement. He had leveled up in more ways than one.
Now, it was time to take the next step. His rise had only just begun.